What is the best next step in management for a child with suspected cervical spine injury who cries and lies still when moved after a high fall?
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Correct answer: Maintain spinal immobilisation and start ABC assessment
Immobilisation must be maintained while proceeding with airway, breathing, circulation assessment in pediatric trauma with suspected spinal injury.
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